2024-001
Day: 2024-01-01
Whatever can happen at any time can happen today.
-Seneca
Startups:
What was the most surprising story of last year? - 5 mins
In 2023, key startup stories included the trials of Elizabeth Holmes and Sam Bankman-Fried, the murder of Bob Lee, and Mike Rothenberg’s fraud conviction. AI advancements and ethical concerns, especially with OpenAI’s GPT-4, were prominent. Surprises included Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse and the innovative Pathfinder 1 electric airship
Artificial Intelligence (AI):
Is it wrong to create or to consume from a non existing influencer? - 3 mins
The Financial Times discusses the rise of AI-created virtual influencers like Aitana Lopez, who are reshaping marketing in the content creator economy. These digital avatars, used by brands for effective promotion, are causing concerns among human influencers about potential income loss and raise ethical questions about transparency, representation, and sexualization in digital marketing.
Robotics:
Are vacuum robots at a local maxima of design? - 3 mins
The Wired article introduces Matic, a robot vacuum from ex-Google engineers, launching in 2024. It features a unique design for effective cleaning and user privacy, with advanced navigation and combined vacuum-mop functions. Matic aims to offer a more intuitive and efficient cleaning experience.
Creativity:
Creators can now use the mouse? - 3 mins
Continues Improvement:
The amateur does not know what to do. The master knows what not to do.
-James Clear
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